Winter in Niagara – Lots of Cool Things to Do!

Now that the weather is dipping below the freezing mark, there is not much we can do but grin and bear it! So why not get out there and enjoy some of the activities listed below? Here are some great options of things to do in the niagara area NOW!

Niagara Helicopters

What better way to experience the beautiful snow-covered views of Winter in Niagara Falls than from soaring above? You’ve seen pictures of the Niagara Falls before, but none as unique as these views. The Niagara Helicopters is open year round (*dependent on weather conditions), and features large windows for non-obstructing photographs. Individual headsets with taped commentary in 12 languages is offered, as well as wheelchair accessibility.

The journey begins at the Sir Adam Beck Generating plant and follows the Niagara River from the Whirlpool area, over the Whirlpool Rapids and the Rainbow Bridge. The helicopter passes by the American Falls and the Skylon Tower. The helicopter then changes direction and follows the curve of the Canadian Horseshoe Falls. The helicopter levels off and continues along the route back to base.

If ice skating interests you, but you would rather be a spectator, than you won’t want to miss the Skate Niagara Ice Show debuting at the new Meridian Centre on January 30th, 2015.

The inauguralSkate Niagara has brought together a star-studded ensemble of Canada’s Olympic and World Champion skating icons who will hit the ice for a night of entertainment and artistry starting at 7:30 pm. Stars such as our hometown favourite Kirsten Moore-Towers and partner Michael Marinaro will star, along with Tessa Virtue and Scott Moir, Kurt Browning, Ekaterina Gordeeva, Kaitlyn Weaver and Andrew Poje, and Nam Nguyen. Emmy Award Winning Choreographer Sandra Bezic is set to Produce and Direct the performance that will be sure to dazzle and amaze everyone of all ages!

Nothing says “Winter in Niagara Falls” like a festival! The Niagara Icewine Festival spans over three weekends in January (9th-11th, 16th-18th & 23rd-25th), and you will have the opportunity to taste this Niagara specialty made from grapes left to freeze naturally on the vine. The Niagara Region is recognized as producing some of the world’s finest icewine, and now is your chance to try it out during this festival.

Niagara Parks Wonder Pass

Purchasing the Niagara Falls Wonder Pass will let you get up close and personal with the awe of Winter in Niagara Falls, plus allow you to save over 55% on top of experiencing three amazing attractions. You will get the Journey Behind the Falls, Niagara’s Fury and the Butterfly Conservatory. You’ll also receive two days on the WEGO transportation service.

*Pictured: A photo from the Journey Behind the Falls on a particularly snowy day.

For more information please visit the Niagara Parks online at www.niagaraparks.com

About the AuthorChristine Lynn

Christine Lynn is a Broadcast Journalism graduate from Mohawk College, who has worked in radio promotions and is currently employed by HOCO Entertainment & Resorts on Clifton Hill, Niagara Falls.
As their Social Media Coordinator, she regularly blogs on www.cliftonhill.com and is active on all their social media platforms. Christine has a drive to bring tourism not only to Clifton Hill, but to the Niagara Region as a whole.
When Christine is not promoting Niagara Falls, she is an avid runner who races competitively and fiercely. She is devoted and dedicated to the sport and in health & fitness in general. She lives in St.Catharines with her 3 year old son, 2 cats and a dog. She has a strong addiction to coffee, sushi, and making people smile.
Christine also has a blog at: https://christinelynnblog.wordpress.com